Senior Citizen of the Year Award

Each year West Wimmera Shire Council acknowledges the significant achievements and contributions of those in our community aged 60 and over with the Senior Citizen of the Year Award, which is presented at the annual Seniors Concert.

Previous winners of this Award are:

2018: Mrs Elaine Bull

2017: Mrs Frances Ryan

2016: Mr Barry "Butch" Witmitz

2015: Mrs Deanna Farranfield

2014: Mr Don Forster

2012: Mrs Dorothy White

Who is eligible to be nominated for this award?

The nominee must:

Be a resident of West Wimmera Shire

Be aged 60 years or more

Have made an outstanding contribution to the community since turning 60

What are the selection criteria?

Selection criteria include the following:

Nominee makes a difference to community wellbeing

Nominee has a positive attitude towards ageing – they continue to be active in the community and encourage others to do the same

Nominee may be an unsung hero in the community

How can I nominate someone for this award?

Complete the Senior Citizen of the Year Nomination Form, and tell us why this person deserves to be the West Wimmera Shire Council Senior Citizen of the Year.